Pros

  • Five swimming pools dot the nine-acre property
  • Beautifully designed gardens within a protected palm grove
  • Rooms with elegant garden and roof terrace access
  • Suites and villas with fireplaces and modern Moroccan-style decor
  • Free breakfast, laundry service, and soft drinks
  • Restaurant with organic food grown on-site and garden seating
  • Plenty of activities, such as cooking lessons and gardening workshops
  • Offers private parties amidst gardens and verandas
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Cons

  • Set menus at (pricey) restaurant leave little choice of cuisine
  • Need taxi to reach Old City of Marrakech; hotel taxi is more expensive than typical rates
  • Some maintenance and cleaning issues in pools and rooms
  • No locks on doors
  • There can be noise from parties or weddings
  • Iffy Wi-Fi service
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Bottom Line

A luxurious property within a walled garden on a protected palm grove 20 minutes from Marrakech, the 24-room Jnane Tamsna offers a uniquely elegant retreat for couples, families, and celebrities alike. The property contains suites with fireplaces and verandas, sumptuous private villas, and five swimming pools, as well as a restaurant serving dishes made with ingredients from the on-site organic garden. Owned by an architect and landscape designer, this stylish estate offers the splendor of a five-pearl hotel combined with the personalized service of a boutique -- an ideal setting for those who prefer the calm of a distant oasis to the bustle of the ancient Medina. For a nearby upscale hotel with a peaceful vibe, though at a much lower price point, guests could try the Murano Resort Marrakech.

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool

Oyster Hotel Review

Jnane Tamsna

Scene

Quiet palm grove setting and chic Moroccan interiors attract families, honeymooners, and yogis

With its lush gardens filled with palm trees and leafy tropical plants, and gorgeous interiors blending traditional Moroccan rugs and lanterns with subdued modern furniture, the Jnane Tamsna offers a decidedly chic and blissfully serene departure from the often over-the-top resorts in Marrakech. As such, it draws a wide array of travelers; everyone from families to honeymooners to people getting married (which can be done on-site) to yoga retreaters to business-people and celebrities flock here for the unique atmosphere and array of activities. In addition to laying out poolside -- there are five on the property, each lined with elegant white sun-loungers -- guests can schedule things like yoga sessions, massages, cooking classes, and tennis lessons. All of this contributes to the sort of laid back though stimulating mood that draws many guests back for repeat visits. Long, sandy pathways around the nine-acre oasis present opportunities for casual strolls. Sometimes the hotel is so quiet it can be eerie, but at other times of the year there is plenty of company. 

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Location

Far from the city center -- perfect for those craving quiet, but may be too lonely for some

Jnane Tamsna occupies a protected palm grove in a quiet area dotted with other resorts. Guests come for the seclusion and serenity, so those seeking easy access to the city may find the 20- to 25-minute drive there frustrating. The Marrakech Airport is about 25 to 40 minutes away, depending on traffic. Golf Club Palmeraie is about 10 minutes' drive, and there's a hammam within five minutes' drive -- the hotel will arrange for transportation throughout the day, though some guests find it pricier than average. 

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Rooms

Garden views and stunning mix of modern and traditional decor -- though upgrades may be needed

The main house, Jnane House, has six bedrooms arranged around a garden and four more set across from a rooftop terrace. Two private rooms occupy Dar Ylane, a separate house nearby. The impressive decor is primarily traditional Marrakech, flecked with Oriental inspiration, though some rooms need some touching up as they're a bit worn. Jnane Moussafir contains five themed suites -- Casablanca, for example -- with garden views, fireplaces, walk-in closets, and bathrooms with separate tubs and showers; TVs and DVD players are available on request. Suites have different size beds, and there are two suited to families with a shared veranda. Suite decor feels modern but there are traditional touches, like carved molding and doors, bright red tapestries, shag rugs, and metal lanterns, while huge windows allow in bright Northern African sunlight. The most luxurious and private experience is offered by the Jnane Villa, which has a private swimming pool surrounded by olive trees, five bedrooms, a dining room, a breakfast room, a library, and veranda.

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Features

Organic food restaurant, swimming pools, beautiful grounds, and unique activities 

The well-designed grounds are a big draw here: elements of traditional Moroccan style and color combine with Oriental flourishes for an exotic yet minimalist approach. There are plenty of lovely gardens filled with herbs, flowers, fruits, and vegetables, much of which is used for organic, authentic Moroccan and Mediterranean fusion dishes served in the hotel's restaurant. Guests can dine outside below the palm trees, but should know that menus are set -- an attempt to evoke the feeling of dining at a friend's house. There are also a range of activities available on-site, such as cooking classes, tennis lessons, and yoga. The hotel can arrange for camel rides and horseback riding, schedule golf games and hammam treatments nearby, and organize dance parties on-site. Of the five swimming pools, only two are consistently heated. 

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Oyster Hotel Review

Jnane Tamsna

Scene

Quiet palm grove setting and chic Moroccan interiors attract families, honeymooners, and yogis

With its lush gardens filled with palm trees and leafy tropical plants, and gorgeous interiors blending traditional Moroccan rugs and lanterns with subdued modern furniture, the Jnane Tamsna offers a decidedly chic and blissfully serene departure from the often over-the-top resorts in Marrakech. As such, it draws a wide array of travelers; everyone from families to honeymooners to people getting married (which can be done on-site) to yoga retreaters to business-people and celebrities flock here for the unique atmosphere and array of activities. In addition to laying out poolside -- there are five on the property, each lined with elegant white sun-loungers -- guests can schedule things like yoga sessions, massages, cooking classes, and tennis lessons. All of this contributes to the sort of laid back though stimulating mood that draws many guests back for repeat visits. Long, sandy pathways around the nine-acre oasis present opportunities for casual strolls. Sometimes the hotel is so quiet it can be eerie, but at other times of the year there is plenty of company. 

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Location

Far from the city center -- perfect for those craving quiet, but may be too lonely for some

Jnane Tamsna occupies a protected palm grove in a quiet area dotted with other resorts. Guests come for the seclusion and serenity, so those seeking easy access to the city may find the 20- to 25-minute drive there frustrating. The Marrakech Airport is about 25 to 40 minutes away, depending on traffic. Golf Club Palmeraie is about 10 minutes' drive, and there's a hammam within five minutes' drive -- the hotel will arrange for transportation throughout the day, though some guests find it pricier than average. 

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Rooms

Garden views and stunning mix of modern and traditional decor -- though upgrades may be needed

The main house, Jnane House, has six bedrooms arranged around a garden and four more set across from a rooftop terrace. Two private rooms occupy Dar Ylane, a separate house nearby. The impressive decor is primarily traditional Marrakech, flecked with Oriental inspiration, though some rooms need some touching up as they're a bit worn. Jnane Moussafir contains five themed suites -- Casablanca, for example -- with garden views, fireplaces, walk-in closets, and bathrooms with separate tubs and showers; TVs and DVD players are available on request. Suites have different size beds, and there are two suited to families with a shared veranda. Suite decor feels modern but there are traditional touches, like carved molding and doors, bright red tapestries, shag rugs, and metal lanterns, while huge windows allow in bright Northern African sunlight. The most luxurious and private experience is offered by the Jnane Villa, which has a private swimming pool surrounded by olive trees, five bedrooms, a dining room, a breakfast room, a library, and veranda.

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Features

Organic food restaurant, swimming pools, beautiful grounds, and unique activities 

The well-designed grounds are a big draw here: elements of traditional Moroccan style and color combine with Oriental flourishes for an exotic yet minimalist approach. There are plenty of lovely gardens filled with herbs, flowers, fruits, and vegetables, much of which is used for organic, authentic Moroccan and Mediterranean fusion dishes served in the hotel's restaurant. Guests can dine outside below the palm trees, but should know that menus are set -- an attempt to evoke the feeling of dining at a friend's house. There are also a range of activities available on-site, such as cooking classes, tennis lessons, and yoga. The hotel can arrange for camel rides and horseback riding, schedule golf games and hammam treatments nearby, and organize dance parties on-site. Of the five swimming pools, only two are consistently heated. 

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Cable

  • Children's Pool

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Free Breakfast

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pets Allowed

  • Pool

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Smoking Rooms Available

  • Tennis Court

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